Battery System, Hybrid Drive: Service and Repair

Battery Module Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required
Battery Module Lift (Available for loan from AHM Special Tools) T/N 07YAK-001010A

IMA system components are located in this area. The IMA system is a high-voltage system. You must be familiar with the IMA system before working on or around it.
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Remove the cargo floor mat.





3. Remove the battery module switch cover (A) from the IPU lid, and remove the locking cover (B).





4. Turn the battery module switch (A) OFF, then install the locking cover (B).
5. Wait for at least 5 minutes to allow the PDU capacitors (condensers) to discharge.





6. Remove the trunk right side shelf support (A).





7. Remove the mid-frame cover clips and the IPU lid (A).





8. Measure voltage at the junction board terminals (A). There should be 30 V or less. If more than 30 V is present, there is a problem in the circuit; do the DTC troubleshooting before continuing.
9. Remove the foam inserts.





10. Remove the mid-frame (A), then remove the front and rear IPU braces (B) from the junction board.
11. Disconnect the high-voltage cables (C) from the output terminals on the junction board, and wrap them with insulating tape.





12. Remove the battery module air duct mounting bolt (A), then push the duct forward.
13. Remove the mounting bolts (B) from the battery module (C). Disconnect the connectors (D) and Y condenser terminal (E).

NOTE: After disconnection, temporarily secure the Y condenser harness on the junction board.





14. Set the battery module lifting tool on the module (A), and install the six knurled bolts (B).
15. With the help of an assistant, lift the battery module out of the vehicle, and carefully vehicle it down on a flat surface.
16. Reinstall the battery module in the reverse order of removal.